Darline Graham, appointed to fill her late brother Lindsey Graham's Senate seat, announced her candidacy for the full term in an interview with Fox News' Sean Hannity. 'I'm in,' she said, adding that she feels 'an inner peace' about the decision.
Darline Graham officially announced her candidacy for the full U.S. Senate term in an interview with Fox News' Sean Hannity, saying 'I'm in.' She added that she has been praying and feels 'an inner peace' about the decision, acknowledging the pressure surrounding her bid. The announcement comes after days of speculation following President Trump's request and her initial indication to Fox.
The Zioneer first reported on Friday, July 17 at 22:23 Jerusalem that President Trump had asked Graham to run for the seat, citing the Israeli news outlet ynet. That same evening, The Zioneer reported that she was seriously considering the offer, citing Ariel Kahana of Israel Hayom. Later that night, The Zioneer reported that she had told Fox News she would run. Earlier tonight at 21:49 Jerusalem, The Zioneer published a bulletin confirming her intention to seek the full term. The formal announcement now provides her own words, including the 'I'm in' statement and the 'inner peace' sentiment.
Graham was appointed to the Senate by South Carolina Governor Henry McMaster after the death of her brother, Sen. Lindsey Graham, a prominent pro-Israel Republican. She was sworn in on July 14 and will serve until January 2027, pending the outcome of the midterm elections. The late Sen. Lindsey Graham, who died on July 12, was a cornerstone of pro-Israel advocacy in the U.S. Senate. Darline Graham's candidacy is seen as a potential continuation of her brother's legacy, as The Zioneer reported on July 14.
The path ahead includes a primary and general election campaign. The full field of candidates has not yet been determined, and the political dynamics remain to be seen.
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